Atrial fibrillation Rapid and chaotic action potentials stimulate atrial contractions If AV node conduction is not suppressed then an irregular ventricular response may occur- AV node conduction may or may not occur- conduction may change rapidly Pathophysiology One of the most common cardiac arrhythmias...
What is Atrial Fibrillation (AF or A. Fib) Disorganized atrial activity. No visible P waves. Rate is greater than 100 bpm. What are 8 characteristics of Atrial Fibrillation? 1. P wave: N/A. Appear as erratic, fibrillatory waves.2. Atrial rhythm: grossly irregular3. Atrial rate: indiscern...